GRACE Awards                               

An unforgettable evening celebrating Georgia’s best & brightest.

MONDAY, DECEMBER 7, 2026
GEORGIA AQUARIUM

The GRACE Awards stands for the Georgia Restaurant Association Crystal of Excellence Awards. The Awards Gala is an annual event honoring Georgia's restaurant industry. The Awards are peer-nominated and honor the top finalists in the following categories: Lifetime Achievement, Restaurateur of the Year, Emerging Restaurateur of the Year, Future of Hospitality, Caterer of the Year, Chef of the Year, Restaurant Manager of the Year, Restaurant Employee of the Year, 'Georgia On My Mind' People's Choice Awards, and the GRA Hall of Fame. All winners are announced and honored at the event and presented with handcrafted crystal works of art created by world-renowned local artist Hans-Godo Frabel.

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View photos from the 2025 GRACE Awards.

REFUND POLICY. The deadline to receive a refund for your ticket purchase is 10/31/2026. Refunds are subject to a $100 administrative fee. Cancellations received any time after 10/31/2026 will not be eligible for a refund. Refunds will not b eligible for guests who choose not to attend the event. Cancellations must be received in written format, via e-mail to Sarah Thorson.